This week we are going to talk about the Microsoft-Discord acquisition, Dyson’s new laser blade technology, Qualcomm’s switch competitor, and Razer’s Smart RGB face mask. Google is adding Memory to Google Assistant and Tesla is going all-in on Bitcoin. LET'S TALK TECH! Follow me on Twitter: @jthomas1425 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @simpletechnews Stories discussed in this episode: https://www.engadget.com/tesla-will-soon-let-you-buy-one-of-its-e-vs-with-bitcoin-082916783.html https://www.engadget.com/dyson-v15-detect-stick-vacuum-price-release-date-210039850.html https://www.engadget.com/razer-manufacture-project-hazel-rgb-mask-120020874.html https://www.androidpolice.com/2021/03/23/exclusive-qualcomm-is-planning-an-android-powered-nintendo-switch-knockoff/ https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/25/22350173/google-assistant-memory-save-to-do-pocket-pinterest-notes-reminders https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/26/22352028/microsoft-discord-acquisition-analysis-report https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2021/03/report-microsoft-in-talks-for-10-billion-acquisition-of-discord/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

Today we are going to talk about yet another fallen Apple product, YouTube’s TicTok competitor, and the new devices from Nest, Barnes and Noble, and Oppo. The big story/rant of the day is going to be about Cricut and their absurd attempt to gouge their customers with a ridiculous subscription. Follow me on Twitter: @jthomas1425 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @simpletechnews Stories discussed in this episode: https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/20/22341882/apple-discontinuing-21-5-inch-imac https://www.engadget.com/youtube-shorts-tiktok-competitor-comes-to-us-130035377.html https://store.google.com/product/nest_hub_2nd_gen https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/19/22340588/barnes-and-noble-new-nook-10-hd-tablet-lenovo-price-release-date-ebooks https://www.engadget.com/oppo-x-2021-hk-hands-on-071842802-175042576.html https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2021/03/cricut-fully-abandons-plans-to-make-device-owners-pay-subscription-fee/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

Today we’re going to talk about Samsung, Waymo, and Chromebooks. I’ll give you my thoughts on the latest phones from Oppo and Asus. And the Main story of the day has to be about Apple and the original HomePod being discontinued. Follow me on Twitter: @jthomas1425 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @simpletechnews Stories discussed in this episode: https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/9/22322232/samsung-galaxy-a52-a72-unpacked-event-awesome https://waymo.com/open/challenges https://blog.google/products/chromebooks/chromebook-turns-10-new-features/ https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/03/new-oppo-smartphone-has-a-60x-microscope-camera/ https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/10/22319733/asus-rog-phone-5-ultimate-18gb-of-ram-vision-oled-screen-specs-features-price-release-date https://www.engadget.com/apple-homepod-smart-speaker-014943611.html --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

Today we’re going to talk about Tesla, Google, Apple, and Hummer. We’ll discuss what Gatorade is doing with its new wearables. And dive deeper into OnePlus and their upcoming flagship smartphone. Follow me on Twitter: @jthomas1425 Follow the podcast on Twitter: @simpletechnews Stories discussed in this episode: https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/8/22319621/dish-network-acquires-republic-wireless-5g-cell-carrier-mvno-t-mobile https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/8/22319617/hummer-ev-suv-reveal-date-gmc https://www.theverge.com/22318478/logitech-circle-view-doorbell-homekit-review-test-price https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/03/google-tv-takes-a-baby-step-toward-multi-user-support-with-kids-profiles/ https://www.engadget.com/apple-podcasts-collections-kids-common-sense-media-152042399.html https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/03/the-imac-pro-has-been-discontinued/ https://arstechnica.com/science/2021/03/report-tesla-is-secretly-building-a-giant-100-mw-battery-in-texas/ https://www.engadget.com/gatorade-gx-sweat-patch-test-hands-on-163043102.html https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/8/22315517/oneplus-9-launch-date-hasselblad-camera --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

Short episode on why I think Airpods are so successful -- simple! Make sure to favorite the podcast on Anchor or Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you do not miss a single episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

The Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup is SEXY! But should you buy one? These are my thoughts on the S10e, the S10, and the S10+ Follow me on social media: @jthomas1425 NEWS SOURCES: https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-s10/ https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s10-9536.php https://www.techradar.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-s10 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

 The Pixel 3 — is not perfect. BUT it is the BEST phone available today in 2019! Follow me on social media: @jthomas1425 Follow us on all social media: @simpletechnews --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

iPad Pro Bendgate is here!? Today we discuss the bending issues with the new iPad Pro 2018 cellular models and Apple's official response. Follow me on social media: @jthomas1425 Follow us on all social media: @simpletechnews HONORABLE MENTIONS: https://www.pcworld.com/article/3330608/windows/microsofts-windows-10-finally-tops-windows-7-in-user-share.html https://www.engadget.com/2019/01/03/project-cars-developer-powerful-console-mad-box/ https://techcrunch.com/2018/12/31/netflix-stops-paying-the-apple-tax-on-its-853m-in-annual-ios-revenue/ https://boingboing.net/2019/01/05/spotify-too.html https://techcrunch.com/2019/01/05/dozen-iphone-apps-linked-to-golduck-malware/ https://www.theverge.com/2019/1/2/18165014/tesla-prices-cut-model-3-record-car-production https://www.techspot.com/news/78125-d-link-announces-5g-router-40-times-faster.html NEWS SOURCES: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209403 https://www.theverge.com/2019/1/5/18169606/apple-2018-ipad-pro-bending-statement-support-page --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

This week is all about Samsung -- we’re covering the Samsung Unpacked 2018 event. We talk about all the devices announced including Galaxy Note9, the Galaxy Watch and the Galaxy home. Follow me on social media: @jthomas1425 Follow us on all social media: @simpletechnews HONORABLE MENTIONS: https://twitter.com/simpletechnews/status/1030792155051302913 NEWS SOURCES: https://www.techradar.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-watch https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/8/9/17630962/samsung-watch-price-release-date-galaxy-smartwatch-2018 https://www.samsung.com/us/explore/galaxy-watch/ https://www.theverge.com/2018/8/9/17671162/samsung-spotify-bixby-home-speaker-hardware-devices-galaxy https://www.digitaltrends.com/home/samsung-galaxy-home-speaker-news/#/5 https://www.samsung.com/us/explore/galaxy-home/ https://www.engadget.com/2018/08/15/samsung-galaxy-note-9-review-s-pen/ https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-note9/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support

In this episode, we discuss iOS 12 and some of its notable features. Will iOS 12 be enough to make me switch to Team iPhone? Make sure to favorite the podcast on Anchor or Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you do not miss a single episode! Follow us on all social media: @simpletechnews Let us know what you're thinking by using #SimpleTechNews --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simpletechnews/support